Registered Behavior Specialist, Intensive Treatment Classroom

Milestones Behavioral Services, LLC; Milford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Milestones Behavioral Services, LLC is seeking a Registered Behavior Specialist® (RBT) to support ABA programs in a school setting. You will work directly with students under supervision, implementing plans and collecting data to track progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with teachers, BCBA®s, and related service providers, with a focus on student progress, staff well-being, and mission-driven work in a team-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• RBT credential.
• Experience in implementing behavioral assessment/treatment programs with developmentally disabled population.
• Basic computer skills and email proficiency.
• Strong organizational, multitasking, and communication skills.
• Ability to follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Must participate in onsite direct implementation of ABA programs across sessions for all areas of students' IEP.
• Provide direct student care following the Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Collect and record data on observable student behavior.
• Maintain graphs and graphing systems; update visual displays.
• Prepare student materials for the school day and classroom setup.
• Accompany students on community outings or vocational placements.
• Wear PPE and complete safety trainings; follow procedures, with or without accommodations.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality per policy.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Tools

Graphing software

Job description

• A deeply supportive, team-centered environment where teachers, BCBA®s, behavior specialists, and related service providers work hand-in-hand
• Access to robust resources and clinical expertise, ensuring you’re never alone in problem-solving or planning
• Collaborative culture with leadership that truly listens and invests in your success
• A workplace that prioritizes student progress, staff well-being, and meaningful, mission-driven work

Registered Behavior Specialist® (RBT)

What We Offer

• A deeply supportive, team-centered environment where teachers, BCBA®s, behavior specialists, and related service providers work hand-in-hand
• Access to robust resources and clinical expertise, ensuring you’re never alone in problem-solving or planning
• Collaborative culture with leadership that truly listens and invests in your success
• A workplace that prioritizes student progress, staff well-being, and meaningful, mission-driven work

Under the direct supervision of the Special Ed Teacher and BCBA®, the essential functions are:

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must participate in onsite direct implementation of ABA programs across sessions for all areas of students' Individualized Education Plan (IEP).
• Provide direct student care following the prescribed Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP).
• Collect and record data on observable student behavior.
• Participate in the upkeep of student graphs and graphing systems via graphing software or other visual display.
• Prepare student materials for the school day (preparing student workspace, classroom, obtaining required materials for the day, etc.)
• Accompany students on community outings and/or vocational placements
• Properly wear PPE, attend all training related to PPE and follow all safety procedures and requirements with or without accommodation.
• Maintain dignity, confidentiality & professionalism with students while adhering to policy and protocols.
• Complete other tasks as assigned.

The Minimum Qualifications And Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent required. Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• RBT® credential.
• Experience in the implementation of behavioral assessment/treatment programs with the developmentally disabled population.
• A basic knowledge of computer systems, applicable software and proficiency with e-mail communication.
• Good organizational, multitasking, and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to follow all safety procedures and requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to physically care for young children/adolescents/teenagers, with and without the assistance of one or more designated individuals.
• Must have the physical ability to bend at the waist (up to 45 degrees), twist, and move independently between standing and kneeling positions. Requires the ability to firmly grasp objects and raise hands overhead.
• Must be able to engage in sustained physical activity such as walking, running, and shuffling in multiple directions (including backward) for several minutes.
• Ability to routinely and safely perform heavy to very heavy physical tasks associated with “hands-on” student management, including during emergency situations or when responding to aggressive behavior.
• Must be capable of learning and correctly demonstrating multi-step physical procedures/maneuvers to manage students independently or as part of a coordinated team.
• This position requires in-person, on-site attendance.

Compensation & Benefits

Hiring Salary Range: $20-$23 hourly. Compensation is determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, education, and other job-related factors.

Benefits for eligible employees include medical, dental, and vision insurance; retirement plan benefits; paid time off and paid sick leave; paid holidays; and additional employee benefits and fringe benefits offered by Milestones Behavioral Services based on position and eligibility.

MBS is an equal opportunity employer, providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (learning, intellectual, mental and/or physical disability), gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, hairstyles or hair texture or other status protected by applicable law. Discrimination against any MBS employee or job applicant because of any status protected by applicable law is prohibited and is subject to discipline up to and including termination.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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